Join jeweller Fiona Dowling on this 2-day workshop to develop your skills in silver jewellery making.

During this fun and relaxed 2-day workshop you can enjoy the opportunity to immerse yourself in the craft of silver jewellery making. Over the 2 days you will learn the Ancient Korean technique of Keum Boo by fusing 24ct gold leaf onto the surface of silver, this technique can be used to create a pair of earrings and/ or a pendant. You will also learn how to make a silver spinner ring & a chain bracelet with the option of a setting a piece of sea glass in a charm.

Should you wish to make anything more elaborate silver will be available to purchase on the day.

At the end of this workshop you will have learnt more advanced jewellery making skills and created a small collection of beautiful silver jewellery, some with 24ct gold leaf to enjoy wearing for years to come.

Tutor: Fiona Dowling
Date & Time: Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th August 10am - 4pm
Venue: Chisel Studio, New Brewery Arts
Price: £155 (£0.00 VAT)

Please note that this workshop is for those aged 18 and over.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this workshop for?
This workshops is suitable for improvers or beginners who want to go into greater depth and challenge themselves.

What you will need:
Please bring an apron or wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.

Please remove jewellery and tie hair back.

All tools are provided.

The cost of the silver is not included in the workshop fees. The approximate cost of these materials is between £80-£120 and payable to the tutor on the day.

You are welcome to bring your own sea glass but please be aware not all pieces will be suitable to set.

Accommodation: 
Residential option available. Find out about our accommodation, costs and how to book here.

Meet Your Tutor - Fiona Dowling

Fiona has 20 years of experience in the Jewellery Industry, a BA from Edinburgh College of Art and an MA from the Royal College of Art, London.

After years of making jewellery on her own, Fiona now loves making as part of a group and passing her skills on to others.  She says “It’s all about gathering together and feeling really satisfied with what you have created - where the experience is as precious the jewellery you’ve made.It’s amazing to see what can be created with a basic set of tools and some guidance.”